Ann Johnson
@chefann
Tomato Basil Bread Pudding
A savory bread pudding made with ciabatta, fresh tomatoes, and basil, topped with Romano cheese. Perfect as a comforting main dish or side.
Details
- Cuisine:italian
- Meal Type:dinner
- Diet:vegetarian
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Occasion:party
- Ingredients:9
- Views:7
Recipe Information
- Prep time30 min.
- Cook time30 min.
- Total time60 min.
- Servings10
Ingredients
- 8 ounces, cut into cubes
- 3 tablespoons
- 1 large, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves, minced
- 12 ounces, halved
- to taste
- to taste
- 1 cup, packed and chopped
- 1 1/2 cups, freshly grated
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Tomato Basil Bread Pudding.
Step 1
Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
While that warms up, grab a 9x13-inch glass baking dish and give it a light greasing to prevent any sticking.
Step 3
Next, take your ciabatta bread and cut it into delightful cubes, then toss them into the prepared dish.
Step 4
In a large skillet, pour in some olive oil and heat it over medium-high.
Step 5
Once it’s shimmering, add in the sliced shallot and minced garlic, letting them sizzle for about a minute until they fill your kitchen with a wonderful aroma.
Step 6
Now, it’s time to introduce the halved cherry tomatoes.
Step 7
Sprinkle in a pinch of kosher salt and a dash of freshly ground black pepper, cooking everything together for another couple of minutes until the tomatoes soften just a bit.
Step 8
Remove the skillet from the heat and fold in the chopped basil, allowing its fresh scent to mingle with the other ingredients.
Step 9
Pour this vibrant tomato and basil mixture over the cubed bread in your baking dish, then sprinkle a generous amount of grated Romano cheese on top.
Step 10
Gently stir everything together, ensuring the bread is well-coated with those delicious flavors.
Step 11
In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Step 12
Pour this custard over the bread and give it a gentle toss to make sure every piece is soaked in that rich goodness.
Step 13
Now, it’s time to bake! Slide your dish into the preheated oven and let it bake for 24 to 30 minutes, or until the top is beautifully puffed and golden brown.
Step 14
Once it’s done, resist the urge to dive in right away; let it cool for about 5 minutes.
Step 15
Then, cut it into wedges and serve.
Step 16
Enjoy this comforting dish that’s perfect for any gathering or a cozy night in!.